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The image of dwarfs, or "Little People," is recorded in myths and folklore around the world.
In Chinese mythology, there is the Jaojiao Dwarf; in Germanic mythology, the Mine Spirit; and in Hawaiian mythology, the Menehune. These strange legends and stories passed down through generations have continuously attracted the attention of scholars worldwide.
In Madagascar folklore, the forest spirit Kalanorobetsimisaraka represents the second largest ethnic group in Madagascar after the Merina people.
While there are cultural differences between the northern and southern branches, it is undeniable that they have maintained some ancient customs and nature worship over the years, including a legend of wild long-haired dwarfs, which includes groups such as the Sakalava in the northwest and the Bara in the central highlands.
The legend of Kalanoro is widespread throughout Madagascar.
It is said that Kalanoro are the true early humans of the region.
They are generally short, standing about 23 inches tall, with red eyes and devoid of emotions. Their bodies are covered in long hair, including their heads.
Some locals believe that their hair is a source of magic.
Their nails are long and sharp, and notably, their hind limbs end with only three toes that point backward.
This causes hunters tracking Kalanoro to move in the wrong direction. They typically feed on seafood, fruits, and grains, and sometimes enter villages to steal food; more seriously, they may even kidnap children.
It is said they are particularly interested in boys, stealing them to replace their own children and forcing them to drink a special potion that prevents their growth. Thus, in Madagascar, unwanted newborns are also referred to as sons of Kalanoro.
Depending on the region, Kalanoro may also be known as Fahasivi, Vakinba, or Kotoki.
However, this statement may not be entirely accurate, as I came across a descendant of a local person who clearly stated that Vakinba and Kalanoro are two completely different species.
The former represents true humanity, embodying the oldest lineage in the area, while the latter resembles more of a witch-like entity.
An article titled "Some Superstitions of the Betisimisaraka" recorded in the Tananarive Yearbook and Madagascar Magazine and Arts Book published by the London Missionary Society in 1886 contains what appears to be the earliest written mention of Kalanoro.
In this article, George Smith describes his observations along the west coast, including a creature known as Kalanoro, a forest dweller that is short in stature, enjoys warm fires, and is covered in hair, with males sporting long flowing beards.
Smith mentions two witnesses but does not provide their names or backgrounds.
The first witness recounted an experience of spending a night in the forest when he awoke to find the campfire nearly extinguished. Suddenly, he noticed a small figure nearby warming itself and appearing quite content, resembling the description above.
This witness felt no fear; instead, he grabbed the creature's arm with one hand while using a nearly burnt-out stick from the fire to strike its bare body. The creature immediately jumped up and fled into the woods, screaming.
The second witness described encountering a creature that had entered a house. Seeing a fire and leftover rice in a pot, he called for his partner. The two creatures sat by the hearth feeding each other, creating a touching scene.
Residents of villages near Mahanuru City reported that these small wild men often come into their homes to forage for food. Sometimes, while walking on the streets, they could even hear their calls to one another.
As for Kalanoro, one of the most notable contemporary sightings comes from Professor Loren Coleman, an American cryptozoologist.
On January 13, 2006, Professor Coleman published an article titled "Top Secret United States Navy SEALs: Mysterious Monkey Video" on a cryptozoology forum. Here, I will summarize his original words while omitting some unrelated parts.
Recently, I learned through a confidential source that at least one team from the United States Navy SEALs encountered a mysterious primal creature in Africa and even filmed a video of it.
Due to the sensitive nature of the informant's work, we cannot disclose his identity at this time.
The team member recounted that he participated in secret operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo from 1997 to 2002.
According to him, his team observed thirteen creatures resembling gorillas, standing between 4.5 and 5 feet tall, with gray bodies and a row of spiny protrusions on their backs similar to those of a babirusa.
These unidentified beings walked on two legs, and when the team spotted them, they were in the act of hunting other animals. Their spines would stand erect when they were excited or agitated.
The witness claimed that the squad filmed these creatures for three minutes, but due to the nature of their work, the footage has been classified as confidential. However, he still retains the mission map from that time, which allows him to pinpoint the area where they encountered this group of large bipedal primates.
In the article, Professor Loren Coleman repeatedly urged anyone with information to contact him, expressing hope for more relevant details. He stated that if reports from the United States Navy SEALs are accurate, there may be a primate similar to Kalanoro living in the Congo region.
In 2010, a team from an American supernatural documentary series called "The Final Truth" traveled to Madagascar in search of Kalanoro.
This documentary has appeared in my work numerous times, and I find it particularly meaningful that they managed to interview some local authorities with a neutral stance.
Bruno Pisa, the director of the national zoo in Madagascar, informed them that most native species cannot be found elsewhere. He noted that many areas remain undeveloped due to the presence of Indigenous Peoples living in the forests, leaving much unknown about what kinds of creatures might exist there.
They also met with Steven Goodman, a zoologist from the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, who was conducting ecological surveys on the island. He stated that Kalanoro is not merely a myth but indeed exists.
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